What is this notice about?
Alaska's Attorney General, Stephen J. Cox, has handed decision-making power to Deputy Attorney General Cori Mills for one question: whether he should be kept out of (screened from) a lawsuit involving the Alaska Department of Education and Early Development (case 3AN-23-04309CI). Mills may issue or approve an advisory opinion on that question. To avoid any possible conflict of interest, the Attorney General will stay away from all files related to this matter.
Why was this notice issued?
The Attorney General issued this memorandum to avoid any potential conflict of interest and to follow the Alaska Professional Rules of Conduct in a lawsuit involving the Department of Education and Early Development (case 3AN-23-04309CI).
What action is being taken?
The Attorney General is delegating his authority to Deputy Attorney General Cori Mills to issue or approve an advisory opinion about whether he must be screened from the lawsuit. He will be screened from any files related to this matter.
Who is involved: Attorney General Stephen J. Cox; Deputy Attorney General Cori Mills; Alaska Department of Education and Early Development (party to lawsuit 3AN-23-04309CI). Copies sent to Rachel Witty, Division Director; Charles Gartland, Division Director; Matt Stinson, Ethics Attorney; and Margaret Paton Walsh, Chief Assistant Attorney General.
How can the public respond?
This notice does not ask for public comment. It is for information only. Read the original notice for details.
Will there be public meetings?
The notice does not announce any public meeting or hearing.
Key dates
- Oct 21, 2025: Delegation of authority memorandum signed and dated by Attorney General Stephen J. Cox.
Original notice text
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